The origins of the Nylons date back to 1978 when four experienced Toronto stage actors, Connors, Cooper, Morrison, and Simpson, used to get together in the back of a delicatessen to sing doo-wop together. They took their ensemble to parties and friend's houses and constant comments from people convinced them to take their unique a cappella act into the clubs. An acquaintence met at a party was about to open a new cabaret and invited them to debut there. They played there for six weeks, garnering rave critical and audience reviews. In 1979 Simpson retired from the group and Cole was brought on board. They very quickly established themselves as one of the area's classiest and most original ensembles and caught the attention of Attic Records. Their first album eventually went platinum in Canada (100,000 copies), and there followed four more releases on Attic that all sold at least gold in Canada (50,000 copies). They received the equivalent of a Dutch Grammy award and a gold disc for the One Size Fits All album and the Best Singer Award at 1986's Tokyo Music Festival. In 1987 Disney used their song That Kind Of Man in their feature The Tin Man, and their version of Up The Ladder To The Roof was used in the movie Made In Heaven. They also scored a second appearance on the Taft Broadcasting television show Throb after writing the theme song and a previous appearance on the program. In February 1991 founding member Connors left the group and in March of that year died of viral pneumonia. A new deal in 1991 with Scotti Brothers in the US and BMG in Canada saw the release of three more albums, and constant touring on either side of the border. Over the years various member changes have led to today's lineup of Morrison, Robinson, Mosbaugh, and Cassius. In 1997 they signed with Shoreline Records in the US, a label primarily devoted to vocal groups, and released the Fabric Of Life. Today they continue to tour the world to audience and critical acclaim.
Singles
1982 The Lion Sleeps Tonight (Attic) 1983 Silhouettes (Attic) 1983 That Kind Of Man (Attic) 1984 Take Me To Your Heart (Attic) 1984 Perpetual Emotion (Attic) 1984 Stepping Stone (Attic) 1984 Combat Zone (Attic) 1987 Kiss Him Goodbye (Attic) 1987 Happy Together (Attic) 1987 Chain Gang (Attic) 1989 Wild Fire (Attic) 1989 Drift Away (Attic) 1991 Call My Name (Attic) 1991 One Fine Day (Attic) 1992 Don't Look Any Further (Scotti Brothers)
Albums
1982 The Nylons (Attic) 1982 One Size Fits All (Attic) 1984 Seamless (Attic) 1987 Happy Together (Attic) 1989 Rockapella (Attic) 1991 Four On The Floor (Attic) 1992 Live To Love (BMG) 1993 Illustrious: A Collection Of Classic Hits (Attic) 1994 Harmony - The Christmas Songs (BMG) 1994 Because... (BMG) 1996 Run For Cover (BMG) 1997 Fabric Of Life (Shoreline) 1997 Perfect Fit (Windham Hill) [re-release of 1993's Illustrious]
Marc Connors (baritone; RIP 1991) Paul Cooper (tenor) Claude Morrison (tenor) Dennis Simpson (bass) Ralph Cole (bass; replaced Simpson 1979) Arnold Robinson (bass; replaced Cole 1981) Micah Barnes (tenor; replaced Cooper 1991) Billy Newton-Davis (baritone; replaced Connors 1992) Garth Mosbaugh (tenor; replaced Barnes 1994) Gavin Hope (baritone; replaced Newton-Davis 1994) Mark Cassius (baritone; replaced Hope 1997)
Time Of The Season
The Nylons Lyrics
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When love runs high
And this time, give it to me easy
And let me try with pleasured hands
To take you in the sun to promised lands
To show you everyone
It's the time of the season for loving
What's your name? Who's your daddy?
Is he rich like me?
Has he taken any time
To show you what you need to live?
Tell it to me slowly; tell you what
I really want to know
It's the time of the season for loving
It's the time of the season
When love runs high
And this time give it to me easy
And let me try
Oh, rock you in the sun
Oh, rock you everyone
Oh, loving
What's your name? Who's your daddy?
Is he rich like me?
Has he taken any time
To show you what you need to live?
Tell it to me slowly; tell you what
I really want to know
It's the time of the season for loving
It's the time of the season
And it's time for loving
(repeat)
The Nylons’ song "Time Of The Season" is a classic love song that talks about the season of love, where emotions and passion run high. The song speaks of the desire to love gently and thoroughly, and the willingness to be patient, and listen to understand better.
There is a certain level of empathy felt in these lyrics, where the singer seeks to know the person they are interested in – their name, their father’s name – and if they have been given the opportunity to live a fulfilled life. The tone of the song is gentle, with the singer seeking to convey their willingness to love, and to demonstrate what a good life with him could be like.
The chorus repeats that it is the time of the season for loving, a persuasive phrase that encourages the listener to embrace their feelings and desires. He wishes to take them to the promised lands of the sun and show them every single thing. Essentially, the song is about appreciating the beauty of falling in love, and the desire to share that love with a person who they think is perfect for them.
Line by Line Meaning
It's the time of the season
This is the period when passions are high, and people are most likely to be in love.
When love runs high
Emotions are particularly intense and strong when it comes to love.
And this time give it to me easy
Don't make it hard for me to love you this time, let me try my best to give you everything effortlessly.
And let me try
Allow me to attempt to provide you with the best love I can.
To take you in the sun to promised lands
To be with you under that warm sun, exploring and discovering new places, such as beautiful beaches or a paradise of nature.
To show you everyone
To introduce you to new people who can enrich and broaden your life’s experiences.
It's the time of the season for loving
This is the perfect moment to fall in love and enjoy romantic moments.
What's your name? Who's your daddy?
May I know your name and the basics of your family, like the name of your father?
Is he rich like me?
Does he have as much money as me?
Has he taken any time
Has he given you enough attention and taught you vital things to become a better person?
To show you what you need to live?
Has he shown you how to survive independently and make a good living?
Tell it to me slowly; tell you what
Speak slowly, explaining it to me in detail, so that I understand it correctly.
I really want to know
I’m interested and curious to learn more about you.
Oh, rock you in the sun
Embracing, holding or caressing you affectionately under the sun.
Oh, rock you everyone
Caring for and tending to everyone who may need it, including you.
Oh, loving
A call for a deeper expression of romantic love.
It's the time of the season for loving
This is the perfect moment to fall in love and enjoy romantic moments.
And it's time for loving
It's time to express your love and affection.
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Written by: Rod Argent
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